Indian equity markets suffered a five-day losing streak, shedding ₹18.43 lakh crore in market value. The Sensex plummeted nearly 5%, driven by foreign fund outflows and global uncertainties. The US Federal Reserve's hawkish stance further dampened investor sentiment, impacting various sectors like IT, financials, and realty.
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